Robert Mora
Pacific Choice Brands
Tulare,CA
27
years of professional experience
Accomplished Dairy Production Manager experienced in optimizing production schedules and enhancing team performance to deliver quality output. Achieved operational efficiency through strategic planning and problem-solving, fostering a collaborative work environment. Focused on leveraging bilingual communication skills to contribute to organizational growth and success.
Work History
Production Supervisor
4 Months- Created employee schedules and planned staffing based on product requirements for each line.
- Oversaw production schedules to ensure timely completion of manufacturing targets.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
Code Compliance Specialist
2 Months- Served as Code Compliance Specialist for dairy element program in Kings County. Our main focus is to visit every dairy in Kings County and issue a checklist of documents that will be inspected that were part of their approval letter when they first became a dairy, Conducted physical inspections of dairy operations to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented compliance policies ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted comprehensive audits identifying areas for improvement in operational processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of compliance and ethical practices.
Production Superintendent
12 Years- I was with this company for 12 years and the last role I held was of Production Superintendent. I held this role for nearly 3 years, and before I held this position, I was a Butter Supervisor. I started my career at CDI in 2013 as a benhil operator and was offered the opportunity to learn the churns within a few months of my employment. I was churn operator for about a year and in 2015 the opportunity for a butter foreman was available, and I was promoted. In 2016, I stepped down from my foreman position and got a position in the P6 control room. I made this move to learn about other parts of the plant and give myself a better chance at getting promoted to management if the opportunity was to arise. While in the control room, I learned about P7 and E8 evaporators, along with the P6 dryer. The opportunity for butter room supervisor came in 2018, and I was promoted. In late 2022, I was then promoted to the Production Superintendent position. In this role, I had a supervisor and 2 foremen under my leadership. Managed 12 butter lines and 3 robot operators, along with 2 churn operators. Led the AMF department that produced butter oil with a mix of full-time and temporary employees. Coached employees, issued disciplinary actions, and prepared attendance memos. Employee training via PowerPoint presentations and testing and partnership with our training team. I was also responsible for USDA, CDFA, and customer audits along SQF and IQF audits. Ensured compliance with GMP and PPE policies, maintaining safety and quality standards throughout the production process. Coordinated the onboarding process for new employees by collaborating with the training team and assigning them to machines with experienced operators while tracking their progress. Conducted investigations into deviations from product standards, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. These were just some of my responsibilities in this role, which also included attendance reports, pass downs with maintenance and incoming shift personnel. Maintaining every 2 hours reporting of machine speeds and any mechanical issues or breakdowns.
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize workflow and enhance process efficiency.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
Production Manager
1 Year 7 Months- Ensured proper placement of equipment and calibrated all tanks according to department of weights and measures. Also, responsible for setting up new accounts with vendors, and sourcing condensate for standardizing milk, additional ingredients, and lab equipment. Managed plant needs and pasteurization of all products according to state standards. I also made sure that all finished products were tested with Sierra Dairy Lab. Reviewed all paperwork to ensure accuracy and maintained records for state inspections, including lab results.
- Managed production schedules to optimize workflow and meet operational targets.
- Supervised team of operators, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce downtime.
Production Manager
4 Years 11 Months- Managed pasteurization of products, assisted with R&D, and wrote SOPs for CIP processes in the plant. Developed SOPs for production processes of company's products. I also performed a charm test on incoming raw milk. Promoted to production manager role in 2011, overseeing pasteurization processes and production planning.
- Streamlined production scheduling to enhance workflow efficiency across multiple teams.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased overall productivity.
HTST operator
1 Year 2 Months- I was responsible pasteurization and culturing yogurt bases. I was also responsible for CIP of all tanks and lines and proper record keeping of all CIP. Conducted R&D tasks in test kitchen, developing new yogurt products to meet customer needs.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections, maintaining compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
Production Foreman
6 Years 1 Month- Managed production processes for pasteurization of 50,000 gallons of Tampico drinks and 100,000 gallons of raw milk each shift.
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
- Coordinated workflows among team members to optimize resource allocation and minimize downtime.
- Implemented safety protocols, fostering a culture of compliance and reducing workplace incidents.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Quality assurance
Quality control
Manufacturing management
Continuous improvement
Ingredient management
Safety compliance
Production scheduling
Staff management
Team leadership
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Pacific Choice Brands
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Code Compliance Specialist
Willdan Engineering
04.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Production Superintendent
California Dairies Inc.
11.2013 - 11.2025Read More
Production Manager
Top O the Morn Farms
04.2012 - 11.2013Read More
Production Manager
Potter Family Organics
05.2007 - 04.2012Read More
HTST operator
Sequoia Valley Products
03.2006 - 05.2007Read More
Production Foreman
Unified Western Grocers
02.2000 - 03.2006Read More
Sierra Vista High School
High School Diploma
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